California Indian Legal Services · 2 months ago
Executive & Communications Manager
Sacramento,CA,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$69K/yr - $82K/yr
3+ years expCalifornia Indian Legal Services (CILS) is the oldest public interest Indian rights law firm in the country, promoting the fundamental rights of California Tribes and Indians. The Executive & Communications Manager plays a critical role in supporting the Executive Director and Board of Trustees while managing organizational communications and advancing advocacy initiatives.
Professional Services
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted partner to the Executive Director by managing and leading delegated tasks, projects, and priorities with independence and accuracy
Lead the quarterly meeting preparation and execution of the Board of Trustees and its Committees, ensuring smooth meetings, accurate records and clear communication of actions and decisions
Manage CILS’s external communications through social media, press releases, newsletters, website updates, the Annual Report, and branding
Support CILS’s Capitol Presence by organizing, coordinating, and promoting legislative and policy initiatives, advocacy events, trainings, Tribal Roundtables, and other key Capitol-based activities
Maintain internal communication tools, resources, and processes that keep staff informed and aligned with the strategic plan
Provide high-level support to the Executive Director through delegated duties and special projects
Leads projects on behalf of the Executive Director using project management tools and principles
Book travel, reconcile spending accounts, and process reimbursements for the Executive Director and Board
Receive and triage staff requests for Executive Director requests approvals
Administrative support as needed
Schedule and coordinate Board of Trustees meetings
Coordinate the collection of and preparation of meeting materials
Draft and distribute meeting minutes
Maintain internal Board files and records
Serve as the bylaws expert and update as requested by the Board
Communicate Board action items and ensure follow-up on Board actions and decisions to staff and stakeholders
Carryout organizational and communications for CILS’s Capitol Presence efforts, including legislative and policy initiatives, advocacy events, trainings, and Tribal engagement activities
Coordinate logistics, promotion, and follow-up for Capitol-based activities to ensure visibility, professionalism, and impact
Lead implementation of strategic plan initiatives, ensuring progress is tracked and communicated
Attend Capitol events to support Executive Director and create communications to share with Tribal communities and Tribes
Maintain the strategic plan tracker and ensure automations are functional
Lead organization and distribution of bills analysis
Design, create, curate, and schedule social media content to enhance visibility of CILS
Draft press releases and coordinate distribution
Develop and distribute newsletters through Constant Contact and other platforms
Coordinate the development of the Annual Report, including gathering content, drafting, editing, and design coordination
Capture video and photos at Capitol and community events to develop content for social media and communications
Maintain and update the CILS website with current content and resources
Uphold brand standards by maintaining templates for presentations, letterhead, and outreach materials
Design and coordinate production of branded materials and promotional materials
Manage donation program communications and promotion
Collect and update content for the staff intranet for the Executive Director
Ensure consistent messaging and information flow across the organization
Support organization-wide communication needs as directed
Serve as Executive Director’s delegate for information and resources
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (communications, public policy, nonprofit management, Native American studies or related field preferred)
Minimum of three years' experience in a nonprofit, Tribal organization/government, or legal setting
Demonstrated programmatic or project management experience (minimum three years)
Solid understanding of Native Americans and Tribes in California
Experience working directly with Tribal communities in any capacity
Proven experience creating and managing organizational social media platforms
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with ability to draft clear, compelling content for diverse audiences
Experience drafting press releases, newsletters, or public-facing organizational communications
High attention to detail and strong organizational/time management skills
Ability to balance multiple projects and work independently while meeting deadlines
Excellent judgment, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong interpersonal skills with a professional, reliable, and collaborative approach
Potential to supervise administrative support staff as organize grows
Expertise in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
Proficiency with communications and design tools including Canva, Constant Contact, and Hootsuite (or similar social media scheduling platforms)
Experience Familiarity updating and maintaining websites using WordPress (or comparable CMS)
Proficient with Zoom and PDF editors for professional collaboration and document management
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new platforms and digital tools
Preferred
Experience updating and maintaining websites using WordPress (or comparable CMS)
Familiarity with California legislative or Capitol processes, including event coordination and communications
Demonstrated experience in nonprofit communications design, branding, or multimedia content creation
Ability to capture and edit photos or videos for professional use
Experience supporting Board governance, including meeting logistics, minutes, and follow-up tracking
Benefits
Multiple high-quality, and low-cost medical plans.
100% coverage for the employee and 90% for dependent premiums.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible medical/dental, dependent care, and public transportation expenses.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
17 paid holidays annually (includes office closure from December 24-January 1) plus an additional day for your birthday.
Vacation time off, starting at 13 days accrued per year.
Sick leave is set at 12 days per year.
Paid leave for jury duty/witness services, Election Day, bereavement.
Free professional development courses and learning opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program with access to free mental health services.
Loan Repayment Assistance Program for eligible attorney positions.
Supplemental insurance, including additional life and disability coverage.
Company
California Indian Legal Services
California Indian Legal Services is an Indian non-profit law firm that provides legal representation to California Indian tribes & firms.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase